Monday, March 29, 2010
Current Events Urban cycling skills class
Posted by Laura McPhee on Mon, Mar 29, 2010 at 11:01 AM
With the addition of bike lanes throughout the city, and more on the way, new riders are taking to the streets in record numbers and warmer weather is sure to increase the bike traffic — as well as the potential for accidents with motorists.
Bicycle Indiana, Matthews Bicycles and IndyGo are teaming up on a low cost bike safety course being offered on April 10.
The Traffic Skills 101 class offers cyclists, new and experienced, the chance to gain valuable information on safe urban riding — Should cyclists ride two abreast? What should cars and cyclists do at when they meet at intersections? What cycling equipment is required? How much space should a car give a cyclist?
This day-long class is designed to give cyclists the confidence they need to ride safely and legally in traffic or on a trail. Created by the League of American Bicyclists, the course covers bicycle safety checks, fixing a flat, on-bike skills and crash-avoidance techniques. Each student receives a manual.
The fee for the class is $25 per participant, and everyone who completes the course will receive a $25 gift card from Matthews Bicycles. Bicycle Indiana members also get a $5 discount on the registration fee.
WHAT: Traffic Skills 101 for bicyclists class
WHEN: Sat., April 10, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: IndyGo headquarters, 1501 W. Washington St., Indianapolis
WHO: Cyclists 14 and older.
COST: $25 - (though everyone who completes the course receives a $25 gift card from Matthews Bicycles.)
REGISTER: Visit www.BicycleIndiana.org and register by April 8.
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